Tybee Vacation Information Center

Often Tybee Island will experience rip currents produced by waves and generated by storms out at sea. The weather may be fine, but rip currents could be lurking and dangerous. You can even see them if you look as the water is more “ripply.” These currents are very powerful, and if you’re stuck in one, it can pull you out to sea. Here is some information about what to do if you get caught in one.

Your first reaction will be to panic and try to fight the current. DO NOT FIGHT IT! Try and remember to calm down–tell yourself to relax–float on your back for a bit to get yourself in control.

Swim perpendicular to the current. You will feel a change once you are able to begin heading for the shore, then start to slowly swim to shore. You should be able to get back, but if you’re still having trouble, swim perpendicular some more until you are beyond it. Then swim toward the shore.

Rip currents can kill you if you aren’t careful. But if you are caught in one, don’t panic. You’ll make it if you stay calm and THINK.

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Are you lucky! You have a hot tub! What a great way to relax and unwind. But, there are some safety issues when it comes to these restful tubs.

Please call TVR if you have any questions or need service at your pool. 786-5853.

1. CHILD SAFETY: Don’t use a hot tub as a babysitter. Experts say a child can drown in less than 5 minutes. Be sure all children are supervised at all times in any hot tub no matter how shallow the water. In large groups, appoint a designated watcher to protect young children from hot tub accidents.

2. GENERAL SAFETY TIPS: The highest temperature setting allowed for a hot tub is 104°. No running, rough-play, Continue Reading »

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Pool Rules and safety instructions
TVR hopes you enjoy your stay at the property and your time relaxing at your pool.  We have listed the following rules and instructions for your safety and enjoyment of the swimming pool located at your rental home.  Please call TVR if you have any questions or need service at your pool. 786-5853.
 
1.      CHILD SAFETY: Don’t use a pool as a babysitter.  Experts say a child can drown Continue Reading »

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Oh, the dreaded jellyfish! This year, because of our unusually warm waters spawning bacteria, jellyfish are supposed to be more prolific than ever. Anybody who goes into saltwater is at risk–swimmers, boaters, divers, fishermen. They sting and the painful burning feeling lasts at least 4 hours, and then leaves itching and red welts for days. Some people are allergic to the stings and may suffer more serious effects.

Why do they hurt so much? The long, stringy parts of the jellyfish, called tentacles, have a substance in them called nematocysts. When the tentacles Continue Reading »

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Bugs. Ugh! While we know they are food for the birds, they can drive us insane. Tybee Island has her share of bugs, and they can be pesky. Here are some tips on keeping them at bay. Continue Reading »

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